Torque Converter Clutch Assembly: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the transmission assembly from the vehicle. < Refer to REMOVAL , Automatic Transmission Assembly. >
Pull out the torque converter clutch assembly and oil pump shaft horizontally.
NOTE: Be sure not to scratch the inside of bushing in oil pump shaft.

Fig 1: Identifying Torque Converter Assembly
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Remove the input shaft.
NOTE: When the torque converter clutch assembly is removed, the input shaft will also come off.

Fig 2: Identifying Torque Converter Clutch Assembly Input Shaft
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Remove the oil pump shaft from torque converter clutch assembly as necessary.